A Waking Moment

Episode 5: Gratitude + Positivity


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Summary:

In Episode 5, I share about what it means to be positive and how important it is to find gratitude. It’s even more important that you take time to reflect and share your gratitude. As a practice, this supports your body, mind and soul. It signals within you that you are loved, special, unique and important. Staying positive is a choice and it’s yours to choose.

Below, you will find information to support this part of your journey. Discover what works for you. Reach out if you need a little support in finding your gratitude.

Gratitude: (noun) the quality of being thankful; readiness to show appreciation for and to return kindness

Origins Latin word gratia, which means grace, graciousness or gratefulness.

Positivity: Positivity is the practice or tendency to be positive or optimistic in life. When we are positive, we engage in positive thinking, have positive emotions, and engage in positive behaviors like kindness and generosity.

Time Stamps:

0:00 – Intro: Choosing Gratitude and Positivity

2:25 – Defining Gratitude and Positivity

5:48 – Shifting Perspective: Finding Opportunity in Challenges

12:10 – The Benefits of Gratitude and Positivity

26:06 – Personal Experience: Gratitude in the Face of Hardship

29:02 - Conclusion

Recommendations:

  • Headspace.com
  • Calm.com
  • Mindful.org
  • Positive psychology
  • The Tapping Solution - Nick, Jessica, and Alex Ortner
  • Harvard Health Publishing, August 14, 2021

    https://www.health.harvard.edu/healthbeat/giving-thanks-can-make-you-happier

    “In positive psychology research, gratitude is strongly and consistently associated with greater happiness. Gratitude helps people feel more positive emotions, relish good experiences, improve their health, deal with adversity, and build strong relationships.”

    Ideas to encourage more gratitude:

    • Journal
    • Pray
    • Meditate
    • Keep a gratitude journal
    • Write a Thank you letter
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      A Waking MomentBy Dani Palacio